Environmental Project Scientist

Job Description

Own where you work. Braun Intertec is proud to be a 100% employee-owned environmental consulting, geotechnical engineering, and testing firm of 1,000 employees with offices located in ten states. As a part of our exciting growth initiatives, we are continuing to build relationships in emerging markets and recruiting new talent. Our dedication to being the Employer of Choice is instrumental in achieving our goal of becoming the Consultant of Choice. By hiring the best people and helping each other grow both professionally and personally, we ensure a bright future for our employee owners and our clients.

We want our employee-owners to be fully engaged — at home, at work, and in their communities. We provide our employees with a full range of benefits including comprehensive medical, vision, and dental plans, paid time off (as well as volunteer time off), company match 401k, participation in our Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP), technical training and career development resources, and access to our wellness program. The ESOP is a benefit we are proud of and celebrate as it allows all employees to be owners within the company.

Braun Intertec is looking for a Project Scientist to lead and manage various environmental projects, including due diligence, remedial investigation, and response action implementation. This role will include budgeting, communication with clients, project set up and management, and directing field staff to complete all aspects of projects including final reporting. This role will include mentoring junior staff and coordinating with various internal and external resources to complete the project work.

Responsibilities:

• Conducting and managing Phase I Environmental Site Assessments (ESA)
• Conducting and managing Phase II ESAs and related soil, vapor and groundwater contaminant investigations
• Conducting and managing Brownfield redevelopment remediation and related services
• Performing detailed cost estimates for environmental investigation and remediation projects
• Preparing response action plans to facilitate remediation and redevelopment
• Coordinating and directing field personnel and contractor personnel
• Assisting in training new staff in field procedures
• Preparing scopes of work, work breakdown structures, and cost proposals
• Managing projects including direct client communications
• Data evaluation and report preparation

Required Skills: 

• Ability to read and independently analyze and interpret technical reports, technical guidance documents, and governmental regulations pertaining to environmental contamination
• Strong technical writings skills including written reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals
• Ability to effectively present information verbally and respond to questions from managers, clients, and the general public
• Ability to independently solve practical problems and manage daily project variables
• High attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to manage and procure client relationships

Required Experience: 

• 4 year degree in Geology, Earth or Environmental Sciences, Engineering, Chemistry or equivalent combination of education and experience
• 6+ years related experience in environmental assessment, investigations, and remediation
• OSHA 40 hour Hazwoper
• Direct experience with Brownfield Programs (VIC, PBP)

Braun Intertec is a Drug-Free Workplace and requires all new hires to complete a pre-employment drug screen test, criminal background check, and motor vehicle report.

Braun Intertec employees are encouraged to expand their skills and certifications through company provided training and mentoring.

Braun Intertec offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, including: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, PTO, Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP), performance bonuses, and paid holidays.

As an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran or disability status.

Braun Intertec strives to ensure that its careers web site is accessible to all. If you need assistance completing your online application, please email [email protected].

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Braun Intertec is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, please e-mail us at [email protected]. In your e-mail, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.